A culmination of nature and nurture; a symphony of the senses. Vanilla, ripe raspberry and Asian plum aromas on entry, deepening to pencil lead, a terracotta earthen character and delicate pressed violets. Beautifully nuanced in its measured energy, the palate is fresh and elegant, graceful and complete. Seductively smooth with a succulent core, culminating in a soft, round finish full of sour cherry and chocolate. Tannins are multi-layered, polished and lithe, adding to the balanced structure. This wine will mature most gracefully, rewarding the patient collector.